Best Bootstrap Connect Podcasts (2025)

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Emily Bache on software quality, technical excellence, and driving change 30:37

2d ago30:37

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In this episode of Distributed, host Jack Hannah speaks with Emily Bache, a technical coach and the creator of Samman Coaching, about her work helping teams improve their development practices. Emily shares her experiences with test-driven development and refactoring, and explains how these practices can transform both code quality and team dynamic…

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Turning Food Waste into Fertilizer Gold - With Sam Baker 42:01

3d ago42:01

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Meet Sam, a chemist-turned-entrepreneur transforming food waste and plastics into powerful, eco-friendly fertilizer using earthworms. In this episode, he shares how a personal loss sparked a mission to fight Red Tide and restore soil health—leading to the creation of an award-winning startup making real change for farmers and the environment. Conne…

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Episode 04: Between Worlds: Art as Our Cultural Connection to the Cosmos 1:04:49

3d ago1:04:49

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Episode Description Space is getting louder - but who’s being heard? Artist and founder of KOSMICA Institute, Nahum joins Aisha for a no-fluff conversation about why the space industry needs a reality check. From rooftop beginnings in Mexico City to pushing back against billionaires and brand-driven space culture, Nahum brings perspective, humor, a…

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Behind the Screams: How GrimmFest Built a Horror Empire 35:28

4d ago35:28

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In this episode of The Launch Podcast, we dive into the world of indie horror and genre cinema with Rachel and Simeon Halligan, co-founders of GrimmFest and creators of the upcoming psychological thriller Past Life. From producing their first horror feature to launching one of the UK’s leading genre film festivals, Rachel and Simeon share their jou…

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Rugby to Real Estate: How They Built a Property Empire 50:11

4d ago50:11

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In this inspiring episode of The Launch, we sit down with Joe and Tom—two ex-rugby players from West Yorkshire—who left behind their sports careers to tackle the world of property development. With nothing but grit, hustle, and a shared vision, they went from living off maternity pay and using a broken-down Hyundai as a work van… to sourcing and ma…

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Cofounder of Cucumber Ltd. on RSpec, Cucumber, and legacy systems with Matt Wynne 36:54

9d ago36:54

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In this episode of the Distributed podcast, Jack Hannah sits down with Matt Wynne, staff software engineer at Mechanical Orchard and a longtime advocate for Agile and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD). Matt shares his journey from working with legacy systems to co-founding Cucumber Ltd., offering a firsthand look at how testing, pairing, and social…

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Clerk Cofounder & CEO on how to build a company that delivers incredible DX with Colin Sidoti 35:02

16d ago35:02

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In this latest episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah interviews Colin Sidoti, Clerk Cofounder & CEO, to discuss what’s allowed them to grow so rapidly and deliver such an incredible developer experience for users. Colin reflects on how limited process fosters growth and allows his team of engineers and designers to excel. Colin also …

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Episode 03: Bootstrap to the Stars: Creating Pathways to Space with Martina Dimoska 35:37

17d ago35:37

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🎙️ Ep. 3 - Bootstrap to the Stars: Creating Pathways to Space with Martina Dimoska Guest: Martina Dimoska – Analog astronaut, engineer, STEM educator, and advocate for inclusion in space. Summary: In this powerful episode, Aisha sits down with trailblazing space researcher Martina Dimoska. From growing up in Macedonia with her sister to becoming th…

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How this former Race Driver is disrupting the track experience world, and bootstrapping a business to generating revenue in 6 weeks 44:50

18d ago44:50

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•⁠ ⁠A racing driver from Barnsley breaking into motorsport with zero connections •⁠ ⁠Track days that are more than just a few laps on an airfield •⁠ ⁠And a business quietly rewriting the rulebook on how to drive productivity. James Merrills has built Raidillon Racing & Race Competitions, both startups; one turning high-performance track days into a…

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Principal Engineer at John Deere on how extreme programming saved his startup 40:57

23d ago40:57

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Engineering teams whose work leaves an impact thrive on trust, collaboration, and the appropriate technical practices. In this episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah sits down with Ryan Bergman, Principal Engineer at John Deere, to explore the impact of Extreme Programming (XP) and agile practices on software development. Ryan shares …

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Founder & CEO of DNSimple on bootstrapping and embracing async with Anthony Eden 39:56

1M ago39:56

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Anthony Eden started DNSimple as a remote first, mostly asynchronous company in 2010 before it was cool. In this episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah sits down with Anthony, Founder and CEO, to discuss the intricacies of remote-first companies. Anthony shares his journey of building DNSimple as a remote-first company, highlighting h…

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Spotify engineer on the role of trust with Pavel Hubich 39:26

1M ago39:26

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Trust, collaboration, and adaptability define the best engineering teams. In this episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah sits down with Pavel Hubich, Software Engineer at Spotify, to explore the realities of remote and hybrid work. Pavel shares his journey navigating career shifts, relocations, and the challenges of distributed collab…

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Episode 02: S4H Citizen Astronaut 01: Weaving Together Space Democratization, Fashion, & Legislation 44:59

1M ago44:59

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🎙️ Episode Description In this vibrant and deeply personal episode, host Aisha is joined by electrical engineer, citizen astronaut, and activist Katya Echazarreta to talk space, reform, and showing up fully – even in pink camo. They dive into Katya’s historic spaceflight, her work pushing space policy in Mexico, and how fashion and storytelling can…

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Raising investment & replacing frustrating phone systems with Neural Voice ft Jeremy Smith and Harry Finch 48:06

1M ago48:06

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Raising investment, replacing frustrating phone systems and being on hold with AI - Inside Neural Voice’s AI Revolution with Jeremy Smith and Harry Finch In this episode, we chat with Jeremy Smith (CEO) and Harry Finch (Lead Engineer) from Neural Voice, a UK startup building AI that replaces traditional phone systems with smart, human-like conversa…

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Building global teams, connections, and culture with Nick Cash from Jam City 35:51

1M ago35:51

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How do you foster connection and collaboration in a remote-first world? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah sits down with Nick Cash, Senior Vice President & Head of Technology at Jam City, to explore the unique challenges and opportunities of leading a hybrid team across the globe. Nick shares insights into Jam City’s hub-…

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Head of Engineering at Sublime Security on development cycles, process, and tooling with Sumeet Jain 37:07

2M ago37:07

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What happens when a fully remote team prioritizes speed, flexibility, and customer feedback? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, Host Jack Hannah talks to Sumeet Jain, Head of Engineering at Sublime Security, about how they manage one-week development cycles to stay agile and responsive to their customers’ needs. Sumeet shares how the team’…

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Why Startups Need Legal Strategy With Jeff Holman 45:46

2M ago45:46

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In this episode, Jeff Holman, founder of Intellectual Strategies, discusses the innovative Fractional Legal Team model for startups and scaling businesses. He explores common legal pitfalls for entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of planning for founder relationships and product development. Jeff shares insights on navigating early challenges…

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Episode 01: The Human Element: Redefining Space for All 42:49

2M ago42:49

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🎙️ Episode Description In this powerful first episode, host Aisha joins actress and impact leader Nadine Nicole (The Expanse) to talk about identity, inclusion, and what it really means to make space for everyone. From personal journeys to the Citizen Astronaut Program, they explore how storytelling can spark change—and why you don’t need a STEM de…

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Season I Trailer 0:56

2M ago0:56

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Episode 00 - Season I Trailer 🎙️ Episode Description Welcome to the Universal Inclusion Podcast — where diverse voices in the space industry take the spotlight. In this quick teaser, get a feel for what’s ahead: bold conversations, inspiring stories, and real talk around diversity, equity, and inclusion in space. 🔗 Universal Inclusion Links Instagr…

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Tanay Kothari: Building the Next Generation of Personal AI // #63 1:07:47

2M ago1:07:47

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What if your voice could replace your keyboard—and be smarter than Siri ever dreamed of? Meet Tanay Kothari, the CEO and co-founder of Wispr Flow, a voice-first AI company redefining how we interact with technology. From teaching himself to code at age nine to building and selling a company fresh out of Stanford, Tanay’s journey is a masterclass in…

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Chris Oliver on bootstrapping GoRails and building remote teams 43:01

2M ago43:01

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How do you transition from a solo founder to leading a thriving remote team? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, Host Jack Hannah sits down with Chris Oliver, Founder of GoRails and Host of the Remote Ruby podcast, to discuss his journey from working solo to building a successful three-person remote team. Chris shares a candid look at how h…

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SaaS, Startups & LinkedIn – Real Talk With Utsav Patel of Supergrow 41:16

2M ago41:16

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Send us a text In this episode of The Startup OG Podcast, host Nikunj Thakkar chats with Utsav Patel, founder of Supergrow.ai, about his journey from college dropout to building a lean, impactful SaaS product helping creators grow on LinkedIn. 🎧 In this episode, we cover: Utsav’s story from Gujarat Technological University to startup life The leap …

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How former Apple and Google senior engineer thinks about code quality & remote work with Mike Bland 46:58

2M ago46:58

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How do grassroots efforts drive big changes in the world of remote work? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, Jack Hannah sits down with Mike Bland, Developer Experience Platform Architect at EngFlow, to discuss his journey from Google and Apple to leading remote teams. Mike shares insights from his time running Testing Grouplet at Google, s…

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How Fortune 500 Engineering Manager approaches hybrid work with Rachel Trana from Grainger 35:22

2M ago35:22

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What makes hybrid and remote teams successful? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, Jack Hannah sits down with Rachel Trana, Senior Engineering Manager at Grainger, to explore strategies for thriving in flexible work environments. Rachel shares how practices like pair programming, effective status updates, and intentional onboarding can help…

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Redefining Digital Marketing AI, SEO, and Data-Driven Success with Blaze Today 48:46

2M ago48:46

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Entrepreneurship runs in the family for this week’s guest, whose journey led to founding Blaze—a platform designed to help small businesses streamline their marketing. From growing up around family businesses to scaling Blaze to $10M in revenue, we discuss the challenges small business owners face in digital marketing and how AI-powered tools can m…

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Creating high-performing remote engineering teams with Carlos Rosão from NewStore 41:47

3M ago41:47

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What does it take to build high-performing remote teams in a distributed world? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah chats with Carlos Rosão, Director of Software Engineering at NewStore, to uncover the strategies that make remote engineering teams thrive. Carlos shares how NewStore fosters autonomy, balances standardizatio…

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Mixing Love & Tequila Welcome to Fresh Victor! - With Ken Mackenzie 47:36

3M ago47:36

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What happens when a love story leads to a thriving beverage brand? In this episode, Ken Mackenzie shares how his unexpected path in the tequila industry shaped Fresh Victor. We dive into the cultural contrasts of business in Mexico vs. the U.S., the art of sipping tequila, and the journey of bringing high-quality beverages to market. To learn more …

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Driving B2B Sales on LinkedIn using Video with Jordan Villanueva 39:44

3M ago39:44

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Jordan Villanueva's journey from software engineering to marketing is a testament to adaptability in the modern business world. Starting as a front-end software engineer at a mortgage company developing mobile applications for iOS and Android, she transformed her career during the 2020 pandemic into becoming a successful B2B marketing entrepreneur.…

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Sean Busch: Lessons from Bootstrapping to Big-Box Retail // #62 1:25:47

3M ago1:25:47

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What does it take to scale a business from a $20,000 launch to over $100 million in revenue? In this episode of Forward Obsessed, entrepreneur Sean Busch takes us through his incredible journey—from a small-town kid flipping car parts in high school to founding and selling the household cleaning brand Puracy. Along the way, Sean shares how he lever…

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How Snyk Staff Engineer thinks about scaling remote teams, leadership, and rituals with Ben Grohbiel 36:11

3M ago36:11

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How do feedback loops shape high-performing engineering teams? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah talks with Ben Grohbiel, Staff Engineer at Snyk, about the interplay between leadership, technical excellence, and collaboration in remote teams. Ben shares his journey from running a web dev shop to leading platform teams and…

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How staff engineers approach leading remote teams with Cassia Scheffer from Wealthsimple 39:49

3M ago39:49

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What’s the right way to operate as a hybrid team in today’s engineering landscape? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, Jack Hannah speaks with Cassia Scheffer, Staff Software Engineer at Wealthsimple, to explore her best practices for mentoring and collaborating in a remote-first environment. Cassia shares insights on balancing hybrid work …

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Dave Farley on remote work, AI, and the future of software engineering 44:59

3M ago44:59

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How does human connection shape the way we build software? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah talks with Dave Farley, renowned software engineer, author, and expert in modern software development. Dave shares insights from his 40-year career, covering everything from extreme programming to the role of AI in software engine…

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Valentina Servile, Thoughtworks Lead Developer, on how to win remote work 40:07

4M ago40:07

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How do you foster collaboration and trust in distributed engineering teams? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, Jack Hannah talks with Valentina Servile, Lead Software Developer at Thoughtworks and author of Continuous Deployment. Valentina shares how her teams leverage practices like pair programming, collective code ownership, and streaml…

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Kent Beck on why software development is an exercise in human relationships 50:05

4M ago50:05

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How do relationships shape success in software development? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah talks with Kent Beck, renowned software engineer and signer of the Agile Manifesto, to explore how fostering relationships and psychological safety drives long-term success. Kent shares lessons from his career, including insights…

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Mike Lloyd: Building Resilience, Distribution, and Cyber Insurance Innovation // #61 1:43:11

4M ago1:43:11

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Mike Lloyd’s entrepreneurial story began with a simple childhood side hustle—burning CDs for friends in his small Michigan hometown. That spark of ingenuity set him on a journey from studying at MIT and Harvard to launching and scaling companies that reshaped industries. In this episode of Forward Obsessed, Mike delves into the pivotal moments that…

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Josh Kerievsky on sufficient design, agile and high-performing teams 34:45

4M ago34:45

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How do great teams build better software? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, host Jack Hannah speaks with Josh Kerievsky, founder and CEO of Industrial Logic and one of the earliest pioneers of Agile software development. Josh shares insights into the practices that help teams thrive, including sufficient design, pairing, ensembling, and c…

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Mastering communication and teamwork as a remote engineer with Callie Buruchara 42:13

4M ago42:13

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How do soft skills shape success in a remote-first world? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, Host Jack Hannah chats with Callie Buruchara, Senior Software Engineer at Uplift Agency, to explore how mastering communication and emotional intelligence (particularly in a remote work setting) can transform your career. Callie shares her journey …

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Structures and tools for effective remote teams with Blake Irvin from SumUp 40:22

4M ago40:22

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How do you maintain a balance between deep work and collaboration in a remote-first world? In this episode of the Distributed podcast, Host Jack Hannah sits down with Blake Irvin, Observability Engineering Lead at SumUp, for his insights into how developers and teams thrive remotely. Blake shares how SumUp approaches distributed work, the importanc…

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Building a D2C Brand in the Creator Economy | Himanshu Gupta, Co-founder of KREO 45:23

4M ago45:23

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Send us a text How do you build a thriving D2C brand in the competitive creator economy? In this episode, we speak with Himanshu Gupta, Co-founder of KREO, a brand that’s redefining the gaming and content creator accessories market. From high-performance gaming keyboards and ergonomic chairs to professional lighting and audio equipment, KREO is emp…

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How world-class engineers make remote work, work 1:01

5M ago1:01

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Remote work isn’t just a shift in where we work… It's changing how we work. The Distributed podcast, from Tuple, focuses on the realities of remote software development, unpacking the tools, strategies, and mindsets that help teams thrive in a distributed world. In this trailer, host Jack Hannah sets the stage for what’s ahead: candid conversations…

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Bootstrapping 3 SaaS Startups as a Non-Tech Founder | Ankit Dudhwewala's Journey 45:22

5M ago45:22

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Send us a text How do you build and scale multiple SaaS companies without a tech background? In this episode, we sit down with Ankit Dudhwewala, the co-founder of SoftwareSuggest, CallHippo, and ControlHippo. Ankit shares his journey as a bootstrapped, non-tech founder who built not one but three successful SaaS businesses from Ahmedabad. He opens …

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From Chaos to Clarity: Overcoming Procrastination as an Entrepreneur 36:46

5M ago36:46

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ST Rappaport calls herself a “Brain Engineer for ADHD Entrepreneurs”. She has a background in psychology, art and design, and currently works with entrepreneurs who aren’t growing as quickly as they can due to procrastination and poor organizational skills. If you tend to have 30 open tabs in your browser and a deck full of sticky notes then this i…

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Revolutionizing Small Business Marketing: How Geofencing is Leveling the Playing Field with Barbara Wardell and Ernesto Cullari 35:39

6M ago35:39

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Discover how geofencing technology is revolutionizing small business marketing in this insightful episode featuring Cullari and Wardell, pioneers in location-based advertising. Co-founders Ernesto Cullari and Barbara Wardell share how their "people-first" philosophy and innovative technology are helping local businesses compete with major corporati…

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Anthony Ng Monica: From Bootstrapping to Breakthroughs in E-Commerce // #60 1:45:09

6M ago1:45:09

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In this episode of Forward Obsessed, we sit down with Anthony Ng Monica, a visionary entrepreneur whose journey from humble beginnings to leading an internationally recognized e-commerce technology company is nothing short of inspiring. Anthony shares his early entrepreneurial ventures, from pirating software to funding his education by cold-callin…

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Solving Cross-Border Payments: Rishabh Goel on Merchant of Records with Dodo Payments 50:05

6M ago50:05

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Send us a text Join us for an insightful conversation with Rishabh Goel, Co-founder of Dodo Payments, as we dive into the world of cross-border payments and the emerging role of Merchant of Records in simplifying global transactions. 🌍 In this episode, Rishabh takes us through his incredible journey—from studying at BITS Pilani and London Business …

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INBOX TO INCOME 28:52

6M ago28:52

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Deliverability Ninja is an agency specializing in cold sales emails. Namit, a graduate of Indiana University, worked with several startups before starting his entrepreneurial journey. If you think sales emails don’t work, or if you know they do but struggle to see results, this episode is for you. To learn more about Namit go to https://www.deliver…

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Bootstrapping, Pivoting, and Going Global: The Story Behind Dyrect with Abhishek Agarwal 36:51

6M ago36:51

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Send us a text Join us as we sit down with Abhishek Agarwal, Co-founder of Dyrect, a cutting-edge warranty management platform for modern brands. In this episode, Abhishek shares: His journey of building a startup from Pune The realities of bootstrapping and multiple startup attempts The importance of pivoting to find product-market fit How Dyrect …

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Connection Loop Podcast with Craig Sciglimpaglia of Stride 33:41

8M ago33:41

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We are featuring in this podcast, Craig Sciglimpaglia, a dynamic sales leader and GenAI enthusiast with a rich career journey that inspires many. As the VP of Sales at Quantified, Craig has demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in driving sales strategies that align with business objectives. His expertise in the realm of artificial int…

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Turned a Brain Injury Into a Business Helping Others - With Andrew Sendejo 39:14

8M ago39:14

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Former Minnesota Vikings safety Andrew Sendejo has translated what he learned in the NFL into a successful brain health supplement business BrainTree Nutrition. For anyone who follows football, you know the risks of head injuries faced by players, so this seems like the perfect transition. We unpack how it all happened and what Andrew has learned a…

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Building & Selling an EdTech Startup: Raj Kothari’s Journey from MyClassCampus to Teachmint 45:33

8M ago45:33

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Send us a text Join us in this episode as we talk with Raj Kothari, Co-founder of MyClassCampus, who shares his journey of building one of India’s largest EdTech startups. Raj dives into how he scaled MyClassCampus into a leading school ERP system and discusses the strategies that led to its successful acquisition by Teachmint. Learn key insights i…

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